Nice place to eat near water that is kid friendly
In Sydney

I'm trying to organise something for my sisters big birthday this year and want something near the water if possible. Can be either a restaurant or club (preferably not too expensive) that is also child friendly.

Anyone have any suggestions? I prefer the north side of syd as that is easier for us. Not interested in Newport arms either but something in a similar vein would be ok.

How many people? Lunch or dinner?What time of year?Indoor or outdoor?Are taxis or public transport needed?What is too expensive?

If it's a lunch you could go to the Deck at Collaroy where the kids can step directly onto the beach and you can watch them easily. At night you can use the Deck but need to have a much larger group because it will be a private hire.

For a small group (12 or so) Pilu at Freshwater have a private room. The views are beautiful and so is the food but the $ are restaurant prices rather than cafe or beer garden level.

The Deck was crazy busy last time I went but it may not be as busy in August. Need to accommodate a grumpy old man (my dad)

How many people? probably about 20Lunch or dinner? lunchWhat time of year? Beginning of AugustIndoor or outdoor? doesn't really matterAre taxis or public transport needed? NoWhat is too expensive? would like bill to be around $50-$75 a head including drinks.

This is a bit out of the box but this place at Headland Park Mosman does an amazing high tea (with savouries, scones, aandwiches, cakes and champers) set on a lawn where kids can run around, play football etc. You can eat at tables or on picnic blankets in the shade.

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